The health care provider can usually diagnose the condition based on how the affected area looks. You may need to have your pulse , blood pressure , temperature, skin condition, and circulation frequently checked to make sure you don't have complications.

If the cause cannot be easily identified, one or more of the following tests may be done:

Thrombophlebitis and other forms of phlebitis usually respond to prompt medical treatment.

Complications:

Superficial thrombophlebitis rarely causes complications.

Complications of deep vein thrombosis include blood clots in the lungs (pulmonary embolism ) or chronic pain and swelling in the leg.

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of thrombophlebitis.

Call your health care provider promptly if thrombophlebitis symptoms do not improve with treatment, if symptoms get worse, or if new symptoms occur (such as an entire limb becoming pale , cold, or swollen).